4 But when the right time came, God sent his Son, born of a woman, subject to the law. 5 God sent him to buy freedom for us who were slaves to the law, so that he could adopt us as his very own children. 6 And because we are his children, God has sent the Spirit of his Son into our hearts, prompting us to call out, “Abba, Father.” 7 Now you are no longer a slave but God’s own child. And since you ...  Read More

 16 We know how much God loves us, and we have put our trust in his love.God is love, and all who live in love live in God, and God lives in them. 17 And as we live in God, our love grows more perfect. So we will not be afraid on the day of judgment, but we can face him with confidence because we live like Jesus here in this world. 18 Such love has no fear, because perfect love expels all fear. If...  Read More

This letter is from Paul, a slave of Christ Jesus, chosen by God to be an apostle and sent out to preach his Good News. 2 God promised this Good News long ago through his prophets in the holy Scriptures. 3 The Good News is about his Son. In his earthly life he was born into King David’s family line, 4 and he was shown to be the Son of God when he was raised from the dead by the power of the Holy S...  Read More

11 Don’t forget that you Gentiles used to be outsiders. You were called “uncircumcised heathens” by the Jews, who were proud of their circumcision, even though it affected only their bodies and not their hearts. 12 In those days you were living apart from Christ. You were excluded from citizenship among the people of Israel, and you did not know the covenant promises God had made to them. You live...  Read More

As Christmas approaches, the Staff-Parish Relations Committee is inviting you to show your appreciation to our staff. Here's what Nicole shares about it: Merry Christmas from the Staff-Parish Relations Committee! We thought we might switch it up a bit this year for those who wish to show your appreciation for a particular Fleming Island UMC staff with a gift. You will notice there are stockings hu...  Read More

14 “You are the light of the world—like a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden. 15 No one lights a lamp and then puts it under a basket. Instead, a lamp is placed on a stand, where it gives light to everyone in the house. 16 In the same way, let your good deeds shine out for all to see, so that everyone will praise your heavenly Father. While we are not boastful about what we do in the name of ...  Read More

1 When Jesus had finished giving these instructions to his twelve disciples, he went out to teach and preach in towns throughout the region. 2 John the Baptist, who was in prison, heard about all the things the Messiah was doing. So he sent his disciples to ask Jesus, 3 “Are you the Messiah we’ve been expecting, or should we keep looking for someone else?” 4 Jesus told them, “Go back to John and t...  Read More

7 Dear brothers and sisters, be patient as you wait for the Lord’s return. Consider the farmers who patiently wait for the rains in the fall and in the spring. They eagerly look for the valuable harvest to ripen. 8 You, too, must be patient. Take courage, for the coming of the Lord is near. 9 Don’t grumble about each other, brothers and sisters, or you will be judged. For look—the Judge is standin...  Read More

46 Mary responded,“Oh, how my soul praises the Lord.47     How my spirit rejoices in God my Savior!48 For he took notice of his lowly servant girl,    and from now on all generations will call me blessed.49 For the Mighty One is holy,    and he has done great things for me.50 He shows mercy from generation to generation    to all who fear him.51 His mighty arm has done tremendous things!    He has...  Read More

5 But joyful are those who have the God of Israel as their helper,    whose hope is in the Lord their God.6 He made heaven and earth,    the sea, and everything in them.    He keeps every promise forever.7 He gives justice to the oppressed    and food to the hungry.The Lord frees the prisoners.8     The Lord opens the eyes of the blind.The Lord lifts up those who are weighed down.    The Lord love...  Read More

May your Kingdom come soon.May your will be done on earth,    as it is in heaven. Almost Heaven, West Virginia. The phrase is on welcome signs and license plates. It is used in television ads and sung after sporting events. It is truly ubiquitous throughout the Mountain State.And yet, as we prepare for Christmas, the words take on renewed meaning.When Christ prayed “your kingdom come, your will be...  Read More

16 That is why we never give up. Though our bodies are dying, our spirits are being renewed every day. 17 For our present troubles are small and won’t last very long. Yet they produce for us a glory that vastly outweighs them and will last forever! 18 So we don’t look at the troubles we can see now; rather, we fix our gaze on things that cannot be seen. For the things we see now will soon be gone,...  Read More